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Vine Hill clarkia
Scientific Name: Clarkia imbricata
Family: Onagraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names: CA (Vine Hill clarkia)
Vine Hill Clarkia (Clarkia imbricata)
Clarkia imbricata, commonly known as Vine Hill clarkia or Vine Hill fairyfan, is a rare and endangered flowering plant species belonging to the evening primrose family (Onagraceae).
Considerations for Pets
- Mentioned as being EASY to grow, DEER resistant. This could indicate its common presence in home gardens.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clarkia imbricata F.H. Lewis & M.E. Lewis
- Common Names: Vine Hill clarkia, Vine Hill Fairyfan
- Family: Onagraceae (Evening Primrose family)
- Taxonomic Status: Accepted
- ITIS TSN: 27605
Distribution and Habitat
Clarkia imbricata is endemic to a highly restricted area in the Sonoma Barrens, specifically Vine Hill in western Sonoma County, California.
Ecological Role
- Endangered Species: Clarkia imbricata is on the U.S. Endangered Species List.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is an annual herb.
- Vine Hill Clarkia typically grows to 1 to 2 feet tall.
- It produces white to pinkish blooms in the summer.
- Mention of 'White Form' (Clarkia imbricata 'White Form' or "White Vine Hill Clarkia").
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Associates: Grows in chaparral with sandy loam soils and with Vine Hill ceanothus, and Vine Hill manzanita.
Resources and Further Information
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
- California Native Plant Society
- Dave's Garden
- Encyclopedia of Life
- Discover Life
- Getty Images
A Draft Recovery Plan for Vine Hill Clarkia (Clarkia imbricata) is available from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.